Oculus offers free shipping for pre-orders to date following delayed release

Because of component shortage, Oculus announced they plan to shoulder shipping fees for pre-orders made until April 2nd, including international orders. They expect to update shipping information by April 12th. The move made by Oculus will save a lot of international customers some money. Reddit user SvenViking says it'll save them over $132 AUD (roughly $131 CAD) from expected cost. Oculus CEO Brendan Iribe confirmed the savings and apologized for not letting customers know earlier about the delay. 

Source: Popular Science 

Apple observes World Autism Awareness Day by focusing on assistive solutions

Apple is observing World Autism Awareness Day and Autism Acceptance Month by showing how assistive technology can be used to help autistic individuals communicate, interact and manage day to day tasks. The above video shows Dillan who has used technology like the iPad and apps like Proloquo2Go, that is a symbol-supported communication app that spans the range of beginner and advanced users. The video, titled " Dillan's Voice,' is a moving and clear example of how applied technology can be used to change people's lives and give them a new way to communicate.

Become your own Powerpuff Girl (or Guy) with Powerpuff Yourself

The Internet has started yet another craze that’ll make ‘90s kids a bit nostalgic and have you take a break from all the April Fools pranking. The Powerpuff Girls are making a comeback and what better way to celebrate it than to create a Powerpuff version of yourself with, well, Powerpuff Yourself. It’s much like the Peanutize Me! Character Creator for The Peanuts Movie promotion, meaning you can customize the beloved characters to match your style. You can then show this off to the world via GIFs, wallpaper, or as an avatar.

Let all your dino dreams come true with ‘LEGO Jurassic World’

The little dinosaur-crazy boys and girls in your life (and your inner child) are going to be happy with the launch of the new LEGO Jurassic World game. This Android and iOS game is made by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment with TT Games and focuses on all four Jurassic films, not just the blockbuster hit starring Chris Pratt. So new and old fans alike are going to enjoy this. You get some memorable action scenes and sequences from the movies. You’ll get to play as Owen, Claire, Ian, Dr. Wu, or even as one of the dinos. You can explore Isla Nublar and Isla Sorna to look for the precious amber containing dinosaur DNA. You’ll need to finish all 20 story levels. You can make your own dinosaur based on the DNA you’ve collected and make one you really like by mixing abilities, body parts, and colors.

Source: Android Community | Download: Google Play Store (US$4.00) + Apple App Store (CA$6.99)